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MCC Weekly Wellness Info

I want to thank YOU for welcoming me to MCC! I am overwhelmed by your willingness to help out in any way. I am finding the transition into this new position a joyful challenge. A few special requests have been made regarding weekly wellness information and the group fitness classes. I am very open to all of your ideas and suggestions, as my role is to be your biggest cheerleader and help eliminate the obstacles that stand between your current health state and where you would like it to be. Going back to the quote from above, I invite you to try some of the wellness programs that we currently offer. If you've never done a group fitness class and you are not sure about the experience, trust me- you are NOT the only apprehensive one! I have talked to several of you in the past week about building your confidence before you step into a group setting. If this is you, I would love to work with you one-on-one to help you get started. However, if you are feeling brave one day this week, please don’t hesitate to come try a group class. We have some great instructors who would love to have you, and some of your colleagues that “decided to try” and are now devoted attendees.

                                           This Week in Wellness

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
7:30-8:15am MCC Bootcamp Tennis Courts		7:30-8:15am MCC Bootcamp Tennis Courts		10:30-11:30am Wellness Walkers MCC Outdoor Track
	11:30am-12:15pm MCC Bootcamp Tennis Courts			11:30am-12:15pm MCC Bootcamp Tennis Courts
12:45-1:15pm H.I.I.T. PE Gym (100)	12:45-1:40pm Pilates MCC Indoor Track		12:45-1:40pm Pilates MCC Indoor Track
		4:30-5:30pm Zumba Dance Room (020)	5:30-6:30pm Beginner Yoga Dance Room (020)	**Yoga location has changed!

             

         Our Fit Tip & Challenge

By exercising for as little as 30 minutes a day you can reduce your risk of heart disease. This week make it a priority to exercise (walk, dance, lift weights, take a group fitness class) for at least 30 minutes at least 5 days! Post about your activities on our Facebook page- https://www.facebook.com/MCCWellness

Did You Know?

A survey conducted by Nielsen, a leading global information and measurement company, shows that Americans spend 34 hours a week watching TV! Instead of turning on the television to “unwind” from your day, try joining a group fitness class, taking a family walk or spending time together preparing this Pumpkin Lime Soup.

Pumpkin Lime Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tsp cumin seed
  
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp allspice
• 1 1/2 tsp olive oil
• 1 cup reduced-sodium (or fresh) chicken broth
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 1/2 cups canned solid-pack pumpkin puree, no salt added
• 2 Tbsp honey
• 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup plain nonfat yogurt
• 1 lime, cut into 4 wedges

Preparation

• In a small bowl, combine the cumin, black pepper, nutmeg and allspice. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add the spices and cook, stirring for 30 seconds.
• Pour in the broth and water. Add the onion and garlic and stir. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes. Whisk in the pumpkin, cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in honey and lime juice. Ladle into soup bowls and top with a dollop of yogurt. Serve hot with a lime wedge.

Yield: 4 servings

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3/4 cup

• Calories: 102
• Fat: 2g
• Saturated Fat: 0
• Cholesterol: 0
• Sodium: 156mg
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 3g

* Nutritional information is based on ingredients listed and serving size; any additions or substitutions to ingredients may alter the recipe's nutritional content

Recipe from www.texashealth.org. Statistics from www.nydailynews.com.